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Elementary School Principal (Full Time, Permanent)
Sacred Heart School of Halifax
Halifax, NS

(Note: Not a job of the Archdiocese of Halifax-Yarmouth)

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Communications Coordinator
Holy Trinity Parish
Lower Sackville, NS
Archdiocese of Halifax-Yarmouth

A calling is a pull toward something you feel uniquely qualified to do and enjoy passionately. Holy Trinity Parish is seeking a part time Communications Coordinator (12 hours per week) to support the Pastor and Leadership Team. Are you being called?

Reporting to the Pastor, the Communications Coordinator will provide hands on communications by being the lead in providing and maintaining our communications updates and strategy, including social media accounts, electronic signage, managing the parish calendar, mass email updates to parishioners etc.

Who You are. You are self-driven and detail oriented, as well as a strong communicator. Your strengths include organizational and planning skills, the ability to prioritize and work well in a demanding, fast-paced environment, and a desire to contribute to, and be a part of, a fun-filled engaging work environment. You have a reputation for adding value to all that you do and you are a team player who understands that we are stronger when we work together to serve God. If this sounds like it was written for you, we need to hear from you.

The successful candidate:

• Displays and maintains an active spiritual life rooted in a growing relationship with Jesus Christ, committed to personal prayer, and has a passion for parish renewal

• Previous experience in church communications would be an asset

• Has above average organizational and communication skills

• Demonstrate proficiency with technology including G-suite products; Adobe, video conferencing (Zoom); website updates and bulk email tools such as Mailchimp.

• Has strong interpersonal skills, with above average written and oral communication skills with the ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality

• Has above average initiative and demonstrated flexibility as well the ability to work with minimal supervision

A job description is available upon request. This is a part-time position of 12 hours per week, with some flexibility as to the hours.

To apply: Please send your current resume along with a cover letter that details how your experience fits with the Parish vision, mission and strategy

Send to: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Operations Coordinator
Holy Trinity Parish
Lower Sackville, NS
Archdiocese of Halifax-Yarmouth

A calling is a pull toward something you feel uniquely qualified to do and enjoy passionately. Holy Trinity Parish is seeking a part time Operations Coordinator (25 hours per week) to support the Pastor and Leadership Team. Are you being called?

Reporting to the Pastor, the Operations Coordinator will provide hands-on leadership in overseeing and execution the functions related to the front office, financial administration and building maintenance.

Who You are. You are self-driven and detail oriented, as well as a strong communicator. Your strengths include organizational and planning skills, the ability to prioritize and work well in a demanding, fast-paced environment, and a desire to contribute to, and be a part of, a fun-filled engaging work environment. You have a reputation for adding value to all that you do and you are a team player who understands that we are stronger when we work together to serve God. If this sounds like it was written for you, we need to hear from you.

The successful candidate:

• Displays and maintains an active spiritual life rooted in a growing relationship with Jesus Christ, committed to personal prayer, and has a passion for parish renewal

• Previous experience in church operations would be an asset

• Has above average organizational and communication skills

• Demonstrate proficiency with technology including the Google suite of products, basic spreadsheet files, and database lists

• Has strong interpersonal skills, with above average written and oral communication skills with the ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality

• Has above average initiative and demonstrated flexibility as well the ability to work with minimal supervision

A job description is available upon request. This is a part-time position of 25 hours per week, with some flexibility as to the hours.

To apply: Please send your current resume along with a cover letter that details how your experience fits with the Parish vision, mission and strategy

Send to: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Glebe Cook
Saint Mary’s Cathedral Basilica Glebe 
Dartmouth, NS
Archdiocese of Halifax-Yarmouth

Reporting to the Rector of Saint Mary’s Cathedral Basilica, the Cook for the Glebe is responsible for the preparation of healthy and fulfilling meals for priests in residence. This includes planning, shopping and preparing the main mid-day meal and preparation of an evening meal Monday through Friday for up to 7 residents. In addition, the candidate will provide the menu planning and ingredients for the weekend meals. In a typical week, the incumbent works 30 hours per week.

The candidate will also, from time to time, be asked to organize, prepare and serve meals for special events as requested by the Rector, of Saint Mary’s Cathedral Basilica.

The successful candidate will bring to the role:

• Red Seal certification in cooking and 2 years experience or the equivalency of training and experience
• Prior experience in the preparation of a wide variety of meals including meals for individuals with dietary restrictions
• A current Safe Food Handling Certificate
• Grocery budget management experience
• current Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) and Standard First Aid training
• A demonstrated ability to use sound judgement, flexibility and to exercise confidentiality
• An ability to effectively interact with people

To apply:

To express your interest in this position, please send a cover letter and résumé outlining your qualifications and experience and why this position appeals to you to Andrea Antonio: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. with Glebe cook in the subject line.

The position will remain open until a successful appointment has been made.

Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Candidates selected for an interview will be asked to provide proof of their education and experience. The successful candidate will be required to provide references and the results of a recent Criminal Records Check and Vulnerable Sector Search.

Archives Outreach Assistant
Catholic Diocesan Centre
Halifax, NS
Archdiocese of Halifax-Yarmouth

(offer of summer employment are contingent on government funding approval)

Job Description:

Accountability: The Archives Outreach Assistant directly reports to the Archivist

Summary:

Through a government student grant program, the Archdiocese of Halifax-Yarmouth is looking to hire an Archives Outreach Assistant with us for a 10 weeks placement starting April until the end of August. In keeping with the government grant, applicants must be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident or have refugee status in Canada, legally entitled to work in Canada and must be between the ages of 15 and 30 years of age at the start of the work assignment. The successful candidate must be able to commit to the full duration of the work assignment.

This position is ideally suited for a student with an interest in Library and Information Sciences, Religious Studies, History, Sociology, creative writing, or other Humanities. The student will be working in a faith-based environment and must possess a well-rounded knowledge of and respect for the teachings and structure of the Roman Catholic Church. The candidate need not be a practicing Roman Catholic.

Duties and Responsibilities:

(Main functions but not limited to the following)

The student will research and create a brief biography of at least one of our former Archbishops to be uploaded to our website. This will include scans of documents and/or photographs from our collection related to his life and tenure as Archbishop of Halifax. Our first 5 Archbishops have already been profiled, so this project will continue that trajectory, creating a biography of the Most Rev. Cornelius O’Brien. Archbishop O’Brien was the first Canadian born Bishop of Halifax, and was instrumental in the establishment and support of many institutions that were foundational to the growth of Halifax and beyond with a particular interest in education. As such, a biography of this Bishop will be of interest to readers in the wider community.

If time permits, the student will also create biographical sketch of the Most Rev. Edward J. McCarthy, who was the Archbishop of Halifax during World War I. That alone makes his episcopacy one of interest to researchers.

In consultation with the Archivist and the Chancellor, the student will be encouraged to explore our holdings in order to created other content for the Archives webpage, drawing from items and material in our collection.

Key Competencies

• Possess above average attention to detail
• Ability to cope with tedium and repetitive tasks
• Ability to physically lift up to 50 lbs
• Fluency in English required
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Possess a well-rounded knowledge of and respect for the teachings and structure of the Roman Catholic Church
• Must be able to read cursive writing.

Qualifications:

• Demonstrated excellent written and oral communication skills with the ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality
• Previous archival or library experience would be an asset
• Working knowledge of the principles of archival practices, sound knowledge of archival/record-keeping concepts, principles and theory, and skills in the application of archival/recordkeeping.
• Ability to work independently.
• Competency in word-processing, computer and data base function
• Demonstrated research, analytical, organizational and planning skills and the ability to prioritize and work well in a high-pressure, multi-task environment and as part of a team, with the ability to shift between and among different initiatives

Note:

Offer of employment is contingent on Canada Summer jobs funding approval and on upon the completion of all applicable background checks and confirmation of references and credentials, the results of which must be satisfactory to the employer.

Responsible Ministry:

The person who fills this position is required to consent to a Police Record Check, Vulnerable Sector Check, and to sign an agreement to abide by the Responsible Ministry protocols of the Archdiocese of Halifax-Yarmouth.

Apply:

Please email a cover letter and résumé outlining your qualifications and experience and why this position appeals to you to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. with Archives Outreach Assistant in the subject line. We thank all applicants for the interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Applications will be accepted until position is filled.

Cemeteries Groundworker
Catholic Cemeteries
Halifax, NS
Archdiocese of Halifax-Yarmouth

(offer of summer employment are contingent on government funding approval)

Job Description:

Accountability: The Groundworker reports directly to the Cemetery Grounds Operation Supervisor

Summary:

Through a government student grant program, the Archdiocese of Halifax-Yarmouth is looking to hire two (2) Groundworkers for our Catholic cemeteries with us for a 8 weeks placement starting July until the end of August. The Cemetery Groundworker is responsible for the maintenance for the three Catholic cemeteries in the Halifax Regional Municipality according to operational standards, specifications, policies and provincial legislation.

In keeping with the government grant, applicants must be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident or have refugee status in Canada, legally entitled to work in Canada and must be between the ages of 15 and 30 years of age at the start of the work assignment. The successful candidate must be able to commit to the full duration of the work assignment.

Work Location:

Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Mount Olivet Cemetery, and Holy Cross Cemetery

Duties and Responsibilities:

(Main functions but not limited to the following)

The maintenance and operations activities of the three catholic cemeteries including but not limited to:

• Landscaping, maintenance of cemetery grounds including clean up of grounds, mowing and trimming of lawns, trees and shrubs.
• Report any ground holes, depressions and fallen headstones to the Cemetery Grounds Operation Supervisor
• Responsible for maintaining a work environment that is above all standards for occupational health and workplace safety.

Position Relationships:

The Groundworker will work as a member of a team of maintenance employees. The Groundworker may at times work side by side with contractors, and/or service providers.

Physical, Mental and Visual Demands:

• Bending; frequent kneeling, squatting; stooping; twisting, crouching
• Extensive walking and standing; frequent walking on rough surfaces
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs
• Majority of work is performed outside in a variety of weather conditions
• Stress related to the type of work environment

Qualifications:

• Education: minimum Grade 10
• Applicants must be between 15-30 years at the start of the employment
• Must meet the requirements of grant application details
• Experience in a grounds maintenance environment
• Experience or certification in one or more of the following: Landscaping would be considered an asset
• First Aid Training would be considered an asset
• Valid Class 5 Drivers License and have access to a reliable vehicle

Note:

Offer of employment is contingent on the Canada Summer jobs funding approval and on upon the completion of all applicable background checks and confirmation of references and credentials, the results of which must be satisfactory to the employer.

Responsible Ministry:

The person who fills this position is required to consent to a Police Record Check and to sign an agreement to abide by the Responsible Ministry protocols of the Archdiocese of Halifax-Yarmouth.

Apply:

Please email a cover letter and résumé outlining your qualifications and experience and why this position appeals to you to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. with Grounds worker – Catholic Cemeteries in the subject line. We thank all applicants for the interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Applications will be accepted until position is filled.

Cathedral Tour Guide
Saint Mary’s Cathedral Basilica 
Halifax, NS
Archdiocese of Halifax-Yarmouth

(offer of summer employment are contingent on government funding approval)

Job Description:

Accountability: The Cathedral Tour Guide directly reports to the Reverend, Saint Mary’s Cathedral Basilica 

Summary:

Through a government student grant program, the Archdiocese of Halifax-Yarmouth is looking to hire a Cathedral Assistant & Guide with us for a placement starting July until the end of August. The Cathedral Assistant & Guide will lead several guided tours daily, pointing out architectural features, historic and artistic features, elements which reflect tenets of faith, and the ways that Saint. Mary's Cathedral Basilica has played a role in the development of Halifax and of Canada.

In keeping with the government grant, applicants must be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident or have refugee status in Canada, legally entitled to work in Canada and must be between the ages of 15 and 30 years of age at the start of the work assignment. The successful candidate must be able to commit to the full duration of the work assignment (summer through the end of August) and have been a full-time student in the past semester and planning to return to full time studies in the fall.

Main duties and Responsibilities:

(main functions but not limited to the following)

• Student will spend a significant portion of the day staffing the Cathedral Information Booth, which is located at the entrance to the building. They will be available here for tourists who visit the historic site. When not engaged with the visitors, they will ensure the booth is fully stocked with pamphlets.
• Student will be the primary contact with workers and other professionals who come to work on the building during the restoration process. Safety equipment and training will be provided if ever necessary
• Student will learn how to assist with the building's various public services and ceremonies during the week. They will be taught how to prepare, conduct and clean up for each event. They will be supported and supervised by staff to ensure quality community access.
• Student will be provided with the necessary tools to coordinate and offer a guided building tour. They will learn the building's history and approved tour script but be confident enough to communicate the information to the visitors.
• Student is responsible for opening and locking the Cathedral. They will be guided on how to properly and safely open and close/secure the Cathedral building daily for public access

Qualifications:

• Must meet the requirements of grant application details
• Background in the theory and practice of tourism and hospitality
• Comfortable speaking about their relationship with Christ
• Adaptability, critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication skills (oral and written)
• Exceptional planning and organizational skills
• Experience working effectively as part of a team
• Strong background and skills in coordination and planning, is results-driven
• Experience working in a parish would be considered an asset
• Knowledge or education in history of the Cathedral and Archdiocese would be considered an asset
• Experience working with the public and/or speaking in front of groups of people would be considered a strong asset.
  

Note:

Offer of employment is contingent on Canada Summer jobs funding approval and on upon the completion of all applicable background checks and confirmation of references and credentials, the results of which must be satisfactory to the employer.

Responsible Ministry:

The person who fills this position is required to consent to a Police Record Check and to sign an agreement to abide by the Responsible Ministry protocols of the Archdiocese of Halifax-Yarmouth.

Apply:

Please email a cover letter and résumé outlining your qualifications and experience and why this position appeals to you to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. with Cathedral Tour guide in the subject line. We thank all applicants for the interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Applications will be accepted until position is filled.

Refugee Sponsorship Coordinator

Catholic Diocesan Centre

Archdiocese of Halifax – Yarmouth

The Archdiocese of Halifax-Yarmouth is looking for the right individual committed to the ministry for refugees.  The successful candidate has good organizational skills, strong attention to detail, computer skills and is comfortable working with parish and community groups sponsoring refugees as well as various levels of the government.  The successful candidate will report to the Chancellor.

To be successful in this role, you must be willing to learn all there is to know about the Refugee Sponsorship Program (or even better have that knowledge now!) and have flexibility, we need to hear from you!

Main duties and responsibilities:

• Receive, review, process applications from the Sponsors to the government (IRCC).
• Review and upload applications into IRCC portal
• Provide training information (from RSTP) to potential/new sponsors
• Respond to inquiries and updates from IRCC and follow-up during the waiting period.
• Accept funds (to be held in trust) from sponsors or CGs ensuring paperwork is completed and ensure Sponsors/CGs funds are disbursed to newcomers as part of the settlement agreement.
• Attend webinars, Zoom morin person meetings with Atlantic SAHs, RSTP and/or IRCC, including IRCC/RSTP annual conference.
• Meeting with potential sponsors
• Meetings with lawyers and sponsors, if problems occur overseas with a file
• Follow-up on applications in the system
• Deal with Visa overseas offices when mistakes are made and sponsors and applicants are upset or when long delays of processing occur.
• Stay connected with the National SAH community and abreast of any changes, updates to duties, etc.
• Co-ordinate efforts of the refugee assistant with respect to preparing and updating financial reports.
• Liaise with the Business office.
• Complete other duties as required.

The successful candidate should have:

• Possesses an optimistic, empathetic, and strong compassionate attitude toward displaced individuals seeking to begin a new Ife in Canada.
• Interest in and possesses some knowledge of the refugee program.
• Ability to meet deadlines and ensuring accuracy of information.
• Computer skills; WORD, EXCELL, OUTLOOK etc.
• Good communication skills with a capacity to respond to emails and phone inquiries from parishes, refugee families, sponsorship groups and others, professionally and in a timely manner.
• Leadership and facility to present workshops to Catholic Parishes, potential sponsor groups to promote involvement in refugee sponsorship.
• Good comprehension and willing to learn new skills.
• Excellent time management skills ensuring a high degree of confidentiality.
• Ability to follow the Archdiocesan Safe Base and Responsibly Ministry Protocol.
• Ability to learn processes and methods.

This part-time position, 40 hours per month is to coordinator the process outlined in the SAH Agreement and support refugee sponsors.

To apply:

Please email a cover letter and résumé outlining your qualifications and experience and why this position appeals to you to Andrea Antonio with Refugee Sponsorship Coordinator in the subject line. We thank all applicants for the interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Deadline for applications: May 31, 2024

Condition of employment:

The offer of employment is conditional upon the completion of all applicable background checks, vulnerable sector check and confirmation of references and credentials, the results of which must be satisfactory to the employer.

Financial Administrator - Archdiocese of Halifax Yarmouth

Call for Expression of Interest

Ideal Candidate Profile

As the ideal candidate, you have a professional accounting designation and post-secondary degree combined with many years of senior financial leadership experience. You have a successful track record and scope for innovation and creativity in all aspects of the job, within the context of the Archdiocesan objectives. Analytical by nature, you are strategic in your approach and possess strong problem-solving skills. Your interpersonal skills are exceptional, as is your ability to build seamless partnerships with operational and financial colleagues, demonstrating clear and consistent communication. You have a solid understanding and knowledge of technology, and have experience in fund accounting, budget management, and charities. As required by Canon Law, you are a Catholic and respected for your financial expertise, uprightness, and honesty.

These key selection criteria are as outlined below.

Strategic & Progressive Leadership

You are strategy-minded and can provide clear and timely strategic and operational direction. You can motivate and effectively lead a dynamic team, communicate a vision and mission, and foster continuous improvement. You have a will to seek out excellence and can implement change when needed.

Business and Financial Acumen

You have exceptional understanding of financial metrics, and the ability to achieve operating and financial targets. You are focused on operational efficiency and will use your background and training in a business-related field to provide sound financial management.

Analytical Ability

You are able to identify and analyze new business plans and are focused on analyzing business practices and striving to improve them.  You have an exceptional ability to analyze and mobilize data and utilize it to refine policies, standards, and processes and make sound business decisions. 

Problem Solving

You use rigorous logic and methods to solve difficult problems. You can identify hidden problems and issues and will look beyond the obvious when seeking answers. You are able to work independently on difficult problems, develop solutions, and then present strategic and persuasive rationales for these solutions.

Communication & Relationship Building

You have exceptional interpersonal and relationship development skills. You are able to establish productive relationships with all levels of staff and management as well as with external operators. Your excellent oral and written communication skills will allow you to influence others and produce clear and coherent reports and briefs.

How to Learn More:

Please contact Donna Gallant, Human Resources Manager This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .

Director of Music Ministries

Part Time – 25 hours per week
Saint Mary’s Cathedral Basilica
Halifax, NS
Archdiocese of Halifax-Yarmouth

The Director of Music Ministries is directly accountable to the Rector or his delegate and collaborates closely with the Clergy and the Parish Pastoral Staff.

Summary: The goals for the Director of Music Ministries will be to foster and sustain congregational song at the 8am, 10:30am and 5pm Sunday Masses. To develop a plan that supports the archdiocesan vision, and builds upon existing music groups to develop a new music ministry with the cooperation and assistance of the Parish Ministers.   

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• The Director of Music Ministries, in conjunction with the Parish Pastoral Team, will be responsible for all music associated with worship, religious education, social ministries, adoration and evangelization in the parish.
• The Director of Music Ministries will also provide support to Archdiocesan events such as Chrism Mass and other sacramental or feast celebrations as directed by the Rector or his delegate.
• The Director of Music Ministries will be responsible for forming musician leaders in the art of leading prayerful, high-quality music that directs congregation toward an encounter with Christ
• Ordinarily, the Director of Music Ministries will be responsible for playing at or coordinating music for two liturgies as accompanist and choir director, per weekend and may also be called upon for major feasts
• Form, oversee, and schedule musical groups (adult choirs, contemporary-style band, cantors) to regularly play at all weekend liturgies.
• Weekly rehearsals with the liturgical choirs (September through June)
• Rehearsals with parish cantors, and scheduling cantors on a rotating basis
• Ensuring all copyright licencing and usage reporting to the major music publishers

Qualifications:

• High level of training in music required. Bachelor’s degree or Master’s degree in music preferred
• 3-5 year work experience preferred
• Proficient on organ, piano and/or guitar, in conducting, and in singing
• Exceptional communication skills (ability to work well with adults, children and youth)
• Excellent computer skills (Microsoft Office, Publisher, Music writing/editing software such as Finale or Sibelius, social media)
• Ability to improvise on keyboard instruments as well as reading music
• Eclectic/versatile musical knowledge and styles including standard modern Catholic music, traditional hymns, and praise and worship style of music
• Working knowledge of basic sound system functions necessary, additional skill and audio equipment will be an asset

To apply: To express your interest in this position, please send resume and cover letter outlining your qualifications and experience and why this position appeals to you to Andrea Antonio: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. with Director of Music Ministries in the subject line.

The position will remain open until a successful candidate has been made. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Candidates selected for an interview will be asked to provide proof of their education and experience. The successful candidate will be required to provide references and the results of a recent Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Search.